Residential Care Worker Part-Time

Odyssey Social Care are recruiting for Part Time (30 hour contract) Residential Care Workers for our services based in the Avoca and Arklow Co. Wicklow areas.

As the Residential Care Worker, you will act as the support and care worker to young people referred to the house. Your responsibilities will involve contributing to an assessment of needs, thereafter, implementing aspects of Placement, Behaviour Support (BSP), and Individual Crisis Management (ICMP) Plans, that will help meet assessed needs. You will use the Odyssey Model of Care to teach new skills to young people and manage challenging behaviour. You will undertake appropriate actions to connect the young person with local resources, will network with local providers and will liaise closely with parents/ carers, and referral agencies. This post will involve evening, weekend and residential shift working arrangements.

Roster Pattern: 1 x 16-hr & 1 x 24-hr Shifts

Benefits:

• Flexible Rostering focused on work-life balance
• Core Professional Training in essential subjects
• Team-Building Activities & Social Events
• Health Insurance Grant & Life Insurance
• Incremental Pay Scale
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Refer/Retain a friend bonus
• Bike to work Scheme.

About The Role

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

• A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and or related Qualification *

Relevant alternative qualifications include Psychology (Level 8), and Level 7 in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Counselling / Psychotherapy, Addiction Counselling, Youth and Community Work, Social Sciences / Social Studies, Family Support, Disability Studies, Applied Behavioural Analysis, Early Years Care (U12 centers only), BA Applied Policing, Higher Certificate in Custodial Care, Teaching and Nursing.

• A full, clean, manual driving license, valid in Ireland.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of the key elements of effective teamwork.
• Knowledge of the Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres.
• Experience of working with teenagers with challenging behaviour.

Required Criteria

Desired Criteria

• Knowledge of the Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres.

Skills Needed

About The Company

• Mission: Provide a supportive, safe environment for children and young people in care

• Care Approach: Trauma-informed and multi-dimensional, including the Sanctuary Model, Positive Behaviour Support, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, and the Saoirse Project.

Company Culture

Working for Odyssey Social Care involves being part of a team dedicated to supporting children and young people. Employees engage in trauma-informed care, emphasising safety, emotional well-being, and personal development.

Company Benefits

The benefits of working at Odyssey Social Care include opportunities for flexible shift patterns, professional development, a supportive work environment, and involvement in impactful, trauma-informed care. The company emphasises continuous learning and offers training in therapeutic practices to make a positive difference in children's and young people's lives.

For more details, visit Odyssey Social Care's About Us page.

Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, A diversity program, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Company retreats, Life insurance, Employee Assistance Scheme, Social Opportunities, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Long service awards

Salary

€15.00 - €16.50 per hour